Antibiotics — Flashcards

Which antibiotic can precipitate serotonin toxicity when coadministered with SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs, and bupropion?

Which antibiotics are commonly paired with beta-lactams or vancomycin to enhance their penetration of bacterial cells?

What class of anti-microbials is a common cause of acute tubular necrosis? _____

What is the most common route of administration of Aminoglycosides?_____

Does fidaxomicin have a weaker or stronger effect on normal colonic flora than metronidazole or vancomycin? _____

What is first-line in the treatment of Clostridium difficile?_____

Why should tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones be avoided with milk?_____

Extended-spectrum penicillins used to treat Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections:

Which macrolide antibiotic(s) inhibit CYP450?_____

_____ is a protein synthesis inhibitor that binds to the 30s subunit and can be used in the treatment of chlamydia.